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A Major UK Defence company is looking to bring onboard a Senior Planner who will be responsible for delivering Project Controls Planning and Earned Value Management (EVM) expertise and analysis for projects

Job Title - Senior Planner
Contract Length: 18 months
Location: Aldermaston (Full time on-site, no hybrid working)
Pay Rate: £59.03/hour (Umbrella)
Key Responsibilities:

Delivering expertise in Project Controls Planning and EVM analysis for projects.
Ensuring accurate and timely schedule forecasting to aid business decision-making.
Conducting quality EV variance analysis for schedule performance (SPI).
Supporting the continuous development of Planning tools, templates, and training for internal customers.
Reviewing and recommending changes to the project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) with the Project Control Manager.
Providing Planning resources for peer reviews as necessary.
Implementing Planning processes, policies, and procedures across supported projects.
Managing long-range operational integrated Programme Planning activities.
Developing and maintaining relationships with key project stakeholders.
Supporting the Business Management Manager with emergent projects.
Maintaining high personal standards in safety, health, security, quality, and teamwork.
Essential Requirements:

Extensive experience as a senior planner.
Proven ability to provide Planning expertise to internal project stakeholders.
Experience in implementing Planning processes, policies, and procedures within projects.
Proficient in producing Planning and EV deliverables in accordance with agreed project business rhythms.
Demonstrated capability in delivering long-range operational integrated Programme Planning activities.
Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
Strong commitment to personal standards in safety, health, security, and quality